Eye Conditions

An ocular migraine is a rare condition that often affects your central field of vision. It may appear as a small blind spot and gradually increase in size. This brief vision problem typically resolves within an hour or less. These vision episodes share the name of migraine, but they are not exactly the same as […]

Nystagmus is a condition where the eyes move or wobble in continual motion. The direction of motion may be up and down, side to side, circular, or a combination of these.  Most people who have nystagmus have reduced vision.  While there is no current cure for nystagmus, people with this condition often benefit from corrective […]

Bags under the eyes are commonly caused by aging, genetics, allergies, fluid retention, lack of sleep, and underlying medical conditions.  While many individuals are troubled by the looks of bags under the eyes, they usually do not require medical treatment and are generally not harmful.  If you are concerned about bags under your eyes, you […]

Eyelid eczema is an incurable condition in which the skin around the eyes or on the eyelid grows dry, flaky, red. Some pain may be associated with it. Allergens or foreign substances that are irritants to the skin represent the cause. Treatments can include prescription medications, but any creams or ointments on the affected skin […]

The surface of your eyes is incredibly sensitive. In fact, corneal tissue is up to 600 times more sensitive than standard skin. Even the tiniest bit of grit or swelling could be excruciating, especially when you blink or move your eyeball.  The feeling of a foreign substance in your eye can be very uncomfortable. Sometimes, […]

The implantable miniature telescope lens is a major step forward in treatment for people living with age-related macular degeneration. Approved in 2010 in the United States, the procedure returns vision to people ages 65 and older and who have late-stage AMD in both eyes. Medicare covers the cost of the procedure because the procedure is […]

Watery eyes can result from one or both eyes producing too many tears, or the eyes having difficulty draining tears. Epiphora is the technical term for watery eyes.  If your eyes feel too moist, you may notice excessive tears, blurry vision, or tears rolling out of your eyes. This can affect your overall quality of […]

Dark circles under the eyes are a fairly common occurrence, often associated with a lack of sleep. While fatigue can contribute to the development of dark circles, it is not the only cause.  These circles don’t usually signal any major health issue, but there are many treatments and prevention methods if you don’t like how […]

Internuclear ophthalmoplegia is an eye condition that affects the way the eyes coordinate together, causing double vision, difficulty tracking fast objects, and potentially dizziness.  Progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a more serious and rare genetic condition. Ophthalmoplegia Symptoms There are broadly two types of ophthalmoplegia, and both can occur on a spectrum in terms of severity. […]

Retinal tears are a condition where the inner lining of the eye rips, usually as a result of movement from the vitreous in the eye. This is a serious condition that can lead to retinal detachment, which may permanently damage your vision if not addressed.  With prompt attention, diagnosis and treatment are usually fairly straightforward, […]

Pinguecula is an eye condition in which yellow bumps develop on the conjunctiva. It doesn’t generally affect vision, but it can cause irritation and redness, which is usually treated with artificial tears.  Pinguecula is a chronic condition, although symptoms are usually fairly manageable. Symptoms of Pinguecula Pinguecula is a condition primarily characterized by yellowish growths […]

A subconjunctival hemorrhage is when a blood vessel bursts in the eye, leaking blood into your white sclera, which can make it appear red. While this can look alarming, it is usually not very serious and will heal on its own.  It is still important to see an eye health professional as more serious health […]